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Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of the presence of microorganisms in the circulating blood?
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of the presence of microorganisms in the circulating blood?
- Shock
- Multiple organ failure
- Respiratory distress (correct)
- Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
What is the mortality rate range associated with bacteremia?
What is the mortality rate range associated with bacteremia?
- 20% to 50% (correct)
- 50% to 70%
- 10% to 20%
- 70% to 90%
Why is timely detection and identification of the blood-borne pathogen important?
Why is timely detection and identification of the blood-borne pathogen important?
- To prevent musculoskeletal disorders
- To prevent gastrointestinal complications
- To prevent respiratory distress
- To prevent sepsis (correct)
Which type of microorganism can cause bacteremia?
Which type of microorganism can cause bacteremia?
What are the most common bacteria isolated from blood in cases of bacteremia?
What are the most common bacteria isolated from blood in cases of bacteremia?
Which of the following is true about transient bacteremia?
Which of the following is true about transient bacteremia?
Which type of bloodstream infection originates within the cardiovascular system?
Which type of bloodstream infection originates within the cardiovascular system?
In which type of infection can bacteria be found intermittently in the bloodstream?
In which type of infection can bacteria be found intermittently in the bloodstream?
Which of the following is true about extravascular bloodstream infections?
Which of the following is true about extravascular bloodstream infections?
Which type of bloodstream infection is commonly associated with bacterial endocarditis?
Which type of bloodstream infection is commonly associated with bacterial endocarditis?
